Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#379 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
77%
45%
Black
13%
12%
White
6%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diaz Ruben P Elementary School's ranking?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is ranked #379 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Diaz Ruben P Elementary School often compared to?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortez Manuel J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
590 students attend Diaz Ruben P Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diaz Ruben P Elementary School?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offer ?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Diaz Ruben P Elementary School part of?
Diaz Ruben P Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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